{"product_id":"ford-50-gen-2-170-f-performance-thermostat","title":"FORD-50 GEN-2 170°F Performance Thermostat","description":"Manufactured in the USA, this thermostat opens at 170°F, a temperature Reische has identified as the ideal balance for high-performance engines. It facilitates significant heat dissipation, delivering improved performance even over some 160°F competitor models. By promoting high radiator flow by mid-180°F, it supports engines running advanced timing or increased boost, offering crucial protection against detonation and enhancing overall horsepower.\n\nThis thermostat aims to maintain coolant temperatures between the 170s and 180s across various conditions, provided the vehicle's fan settings are appropriately adjusted through a custom tune or tuning software. The source material notes that newer Ford engine management systems may estimate coolant temperatures based on dry head temp sensors, potentially leading to variations between inferred and actual coolant temperatures, with Mustangs typically reading 8-10°F hotter than F150s. Optimal performance relies on recalibrating fan speed tables, as a low-temp thermostat's effectiveness is limited without adequate airflow through the radiator when the vehicle is stationary.\n\nCommon applications for the FORD-50 GEN-2 thermostat include a wide range of Ford vehicles from 2011 to 2026, encompassing models like the Mustang (3.7L\/5.0L), F150 (various engines including 2.7L to 5.0L), Expedition\/Navigator (3.5L), Bronco (2.7L\/3.0L), Explorer\/Aviator (3.3L\/3.0L), and others. Specific applications include the 2011-2026 Mustang 3.7\/5.0L, 2015-2020 Shelby GT350\/GT350R 5.2L, 2011-2026 F150 2.7\/3.0\/3.3\/3.5\/3.7\/5.0L, and many more listed. For 2017-up 3.5L EcoBoost trucks and similar late models, a special gasket fitted on the thermostat is required; the OEM gasket should be reinstalled, or a new Motorcraft RG640 seal can be purchased. All Reische Performance thermostats are backed by a 5-year warranty.","brand":"Reische","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52664228315448,"sku":"FORD-50-170","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/4895\/3144\/files\/687547877.jpg?v=1784335513","url":"https:\/\/store.motormia.co\/products\/ford-50-gen-2-170-f-performance-thermostat","provider":"MOTORMIA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}